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  1. Australia: ACT targets 1,000 poker machines by 2045 under gambling reforms

    Mandatory account-based cashless gaming and longer shutdown periods form part of the package, while the Government plans to support clubs in reducing their reliance on gambling revenue.

    15 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Shaan Khan

  2. New Zealand pokie trusts face scrutiny over NZ$28m in misspent funds

    Regulators are now seeking to recover millions that should have been available for community grants, following One Foundation's licence suspension last week.

    14 Sep 2026 · 1 min read · By Keih Ma

  3. New Zealand regulator recovers NZ$11.5m for communities in pokies compliance review

    One Foundation has received a six-day licence suspension as the Department of Internal Affairs tightens oversight of how Class 4 gambling proceeds are accounted for and distributed.

    11 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Shaan Khan

  4. VGW agrees $8m settlement with New York over sweepstakes casinos

    The company will continue operating social games in the state using Gold Coins only.

    10 Sep 2026 · 1 min read · By Keih Ma

  5. New Zealand gaming machine profits hit June-quarter record of NZ$271.5m

    Inflation-adjusted profit remained the third-lowest June-quarter level since comparable reporting began in 2015, despite the nominal record.

    9 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Shaan Khan

  6. Lottery Corporation prices AU$800m debut note issuance

    The Australian operator has priced six-year and ten-year fixed-rate notes as part of a capital-management strategy supporting its Victorian lottery licence extension.

    4 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Jack Found

  7. NSW unveils new gaming reforms

    New package introduces tougher gambling safeguards, tighter advertising rules and a statewide exclusion system.

    3 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma

  8. The Star strengthens board with three director appointments

    Two directors join immediately as the operator continues its governance overhaul.

    2 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma

  9. SkyCity completes NZ$74.5m Auckland property sale

    Disposal forms part of the operator's ongoing asset monetisation programme.

    1 Sep 2026 · 2 min read · By Keih Ma

  10. Star Entertainment posts narrowed AU$307m FY26 loss as uncertainty persists

    Star Entertainment reported an improved FY26 performance, although significant financial and regulatory uncertainties remain.

    31 Aug 2026 · 2 min read · By Marieta Lezaic